Minimum Qualifications

A masterâ€™s degree from a college or university of recognized standing in counseling psychology, counseling, education, college student personnel, student affairs administration, student development, or closely related behavioral/social science field. One year experience in career development, academic advising, or academic support, etc.

Desirable Qualifications

Experience in working in one or more of the above functional areas in a higher education setting. Evidence of proficiency in counseling, advising, coaching and/or mentoring skills. Graduate coursework in counseling. Knowledge of best practices in academic advising, career development, career counseling, and academic support. Knowledge of student development theories, academic integration models, and career development theories. Familiarity with concept of Advising as Coaching. Demonstrated working knowledge of the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), Self-Directed Search (or other Holland-based instruments), and other career assessments. Demonstrated experience providing effective educational programs & services within a community of ethnically, socioeconomically, and culturally diverse students, as well as the demonstrated potential to adapt and apply cultural competency skills to respond to the unique learning styles and learning needs of HawaiÊ»iâ€™s resident students. Experience working with programs that enhance the recruitment, retention, and graduation of undergraduate students. National Certified Career Counselor, NCDA Career Development Facilitator, or equivalent certification. Possess computer skills including presentation and word processing programs. Familiarity with or fluency in Native Hawaiian language.

Important Information

The University of Hawaiʻi is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, sex, gender identity and expression, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, genetic information, marital status, breastfeeding, income assignment for child support, arrest and court record (except as permissible under State law), sexual orientation, domestic or sexual violence victim status, national guard absence, or status as a covered veteran.

Individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation for the application or hiring process are encouraged to contact the EEO/AA coordinator(s) for the respective campus.

Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.